Join David as he discusses humorous and serious topics. From politics, the latest space tech, road safety tips, and amusing stories, you can expect just about anything in this podcast.
Discussion on the second season of Just about anything, including what the focus of the series will be, what has been going on in my life, and more importantly experiences on starting a small business and what that entails.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode we talk about what it means to make extra money. What are some popular ways to invest? How hard do you have to work? What do you have to give up? And the ultimate question: do you really want a million? Join the discussion and let us know what you think!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
With current and past political scandals the question arises from time to time: Is moral leadership a prerequisite to being a good political leader? In this episode of Just About Anything David discusses the current situation with Missouri Governor Greitens and what the implications are as well as what this means for politics in general. Thanks for Listening, please like and share! Articles to read: NPR Coverage fo Greitens case: https://goo.gl/pZ7njo Missouri Times coverage of Greitens case: https://goo.gl/rHxxpc Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
Discussion on the new Tesla semi-truck and the future of electric vehicles. What needs to be done in order to really see an insurgence of new electric vehicle usage?Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode we discuss what we can learn from playing modern video games and how that can apply in our lives in general. What are some skills you have learned while playing a game?Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode we meet Chris from Missouri who discusses the subject of being civil in political discussion and why that is so important for the nation right now.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode we discuss why some regulations are hard to determine if they are really necessary to protect the public. Are they in place to protect our health and safety or are they simply there to protect the market of the current businesses? What are your thoughts? Thanks for listening! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
What is wrong with the current name of the easily identifiable and well known Arch in St Louis? Well, to start, can you tell me what the actual name currently is? I didn't know, and that is what will be covered in this podcast, along with the history and future of the famous Arch from St. Louis in Missouri. Thanks for listening! New name for National park: https://goo.gl/MdMu3n History of Arch: http://www.gatewayarch.com/about/history/arch-faqs-facts.aspx What are the future plans? https://www.archpark.org/updates/blogs/a-milestone-year-for-the-gateway-arch Shows and movies that do odd things to the Arch: https://goo.gl/DexHX4 What type of monument would you build for your home town? Comment below and we will talk about it on the next show!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
Is this episode we discuss the pitfalls of buying a fixer-upper and ways to go about repairing your dream home. Also discuss what to do with older, larger buildings that are being sold off by schools or businesses. What would you do with an old school or business building?Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode we discuss the launch of the newest member of the SpaceX arsenal, the Falcon Heavy. A review of the launch on Tuesday as well as how the system works and what plans on in store for the future. Also discussed is internet comment sections and a military parade that President Trump wants to hold to out-do the French. Thanks for Listening! Articles to Listen to: Military parade for President Trump: https://goo.gl/1L7KCx Review of Falcon Heavy launch (includes video): https://goo.gl/pFwbgXSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode we discuss the recent tumultuous history of the Korean peninsula since the Korean war started and how that is affecting the olympic games. Also discuss the olympics and the idea that perhaps it is time to make a permanent venue for the games in order to reduce costs to world governments. Thanks for listening! Olympics homepage: https://www.olympic.org/pyeongchang-2018 CNN article on Olympic game tensions: https://www.cnn.com/2018/02/05/asia/north-korea-olympics-warmbier-intl/index.html Korean War history:https://www.britannica.com/event/Korean-War Costs of the Olympic games: https://www.forbes.com/sites/niallmccarthy/2016/08/04/the-massive-cost-of-hosting-the-olympic-games-infographic/#5f7614c62e38Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
What is Elon Musk up to now? What is the Boring company? Why is a state legislator in California threatening to ban the possession of flamethrowers? All these topics and a review of new tech from 2017 are coming up in this episode of Just About Anything! Thanks for listening! Articles to read: Top ten breakthrough tech of 2017: https://www.technologyreview.com/lists/technologies/2017/ The Boring Company: https://www.boringcompany.com Musk Flamethrower: https://goo.gl/NtvKhQ Lawmaker reaction: https://goo.gl/pXaocK Make your own flamethrower with Roland Lewis: https://goo.gl/J457Y2 Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode we discuss what a Super Blue Blood moon is (sounds like something out of a horror movie, right?) and what causes this once ever 150 years event. After that we will discuss David's experience with the total solar eclipse in Jefferson City, MO in August of 2017 and what it feels like to experience such unique phenomenon in person. Thanks for listening! NPR Article on Super Blue Blood moon: goo.gl/RP3Q6w Jefferson City eclipse web page (it is over now, but still worth looking over to see what went on and what happens during these events): http://capitaleclipse.org/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
We discuss the reaction to the speech President Trump gave at the world economic forum, the premise of the forum in general, and the reason why we need a strong public administration arm in order to get the actions done that our elected administration is trying to accomplish. World Economic forum: https://www.weforum.org/events/world-economic-forum-annual-meeting-2018/about What has happened at 2018 World Economic Forum: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2018/01/davos-2018-biggest-stories President Trump's speech: https://www.politico.com/story/2018/01/26/full-text-trump-davos-speech-transcript-370861 State of the Federal worker article: https://www.npr.org/2018/01/28/581118791/state-of-the-federal-workforce-lowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode we talk about the Falcon 9 and its 1st stage return system, the Falcon heavy and what it can potentially do for spaceflight. We then discuss the technological advances of batteries for use in cars, semi-trucks, portable technology and for home energy storage. Articles to Read: Falcon heavy: http://www.spacex.com/falcon-heavy What can Falcon Heavy do for us?: http://www.sciencemag.org/news/2018/01/successful-test-fire-massive-falcon-heavy-rocket-poised-boost-space-science Tesla Semi: https://www.tesla.com/semi Telsa Roadster: https://www.theverge.com/2017/11/17/16669024/tesla-roadster-2017-fastest-car-world Home Battery tech: goo.gl/Exo3Eacontent_copyCopy short URL Future Battery tech: goo.gl/ZbRfU2content_copyCopy short URL Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode we discuss what fragile X is in relation to David's children. When then go on to discuss the war that is being waged by Turkey in Syria (very brief overview) as well as go into detail on what the new tariffs mean for the solar power industry. Turkey Vs Kurds: http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2018/01/turkey-battles-syrian-kurds-fronts-afrin-180123075112364.html Fragile X info: https://fragilex.org/learn/ Solar Tariff article: http://time.com/5113472/donald-trump-solar-panel-tariff/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
Discussion on the history of federal government shutdowns for the USA. Also the actions that could be taken to avoid such shutdowns in the future and why it is important to let the government do its thing. Article on shutdown history: http://www.businessinsider.com/a-history-of-us-government-shutdowns-2013-9 Article on why shutdown happens: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/20/opinion/shutdown-broken-congress-budget.html?smid=tw-nytopinion&smtyp=cur Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
Discussion on experience at a local school board last night with a friend that gave a speech, with the latter half of the podcast discussing NASA's research into miniature nuclear reactors. All I know is I want one... Link to the article referenced in the podcast: https://www.engadget.com/2018/01/18/nasa-tests-nuclear-reactor-power-mars-habitat/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
Discussion on local politics and why it is important to know what is going on in your local area. Also some observations on why it is hard to be on a board or governing council and the shyness that is shown by public officials when it comes to talking taxes and spending by the government.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode David discusses how the show is like live radio, driving in the snow, and the laugh out loud funny political ad that was on the tv last night.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)
In this episode David discusses the premise of this podcast, some of the things that he has done that will influence what he will talk about in the future, and then a basic discussion the the comments President Trump made the other day about Africa and immigrants.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/justaboutanything)